Unlike humans, turtles hatch as either male of temperature based on the temperature … Investigating Sea Turtles and Sex Determination
This worksheet explores a scientific research study in sexual dimorphism in parrots. Specifically, … CER – Variation and Sexual Dichromatism in Parrots
The range of tolerance describes the abiotic factors that limit populations in an … Exploring Range of Tolerance in Steelhead Trout
In this short exercise, students explore how limiting factors affect population growth. Students … Explore Limiting Factors and Carrying Capacity
Are you afraid of snakes? Many people are not fans. I keep a … Analyzing Data – Snake Detection Hypothesis (CER)
Students practice analyzing data from graphs in this exercise. Ideally, students will have … Analyzing Data – Explore Features of Biomes
Most ecology units start with the biosphere and explore how biomes are distributed … Investigating Algae Blooms and Dinoflagellates
Students explore community interactions on Isle Royale, a small island located in Lake … Ecology Case Study – The Wolves of Isle Royale
In this activity, students practice using codon charts to determine the amino acid … Investigation: DNA, Proteins, and Mutations
I designed this activity to help my anatomy students learn the arteries and … Label the Arteries and Veins of the Circulatory System
The case study on Lucas is one of my most downloaded resources. I … Updated Case – A Tiny Heart (Ross Procedure)
My freshman class usually does a basic strawberry DNA extraction. This is a … Investigation: Compare DNA from Different Samples
How do you know if an animal can recognize itself in a mirror? … Can Fish Recognize Themselves in a Mirror (CER)
The color patterns of animals are quite complex. They aren’t easy to apply … The Genetics of Tortoiseshell and Calico Cats
Students examine several graphs that explore endothermy in animals. In the first graph, … How do Mammals Maintain Their Temperature (CER)